WASH Manager –INT1183
Based in Harare /Zimbabwe
One year contract
The role
The key function of this role is to support the development and delivery of country specific Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) strategies and programmes which involves humanitarian preparedness and response, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), development, and campaigning. Working closely with the Deputy Country Director, Humanitarian Coordinator, staff in-country and, of course, the communities themselves, you’ll ensure our WASH strategies make the biggest possible impact on the ground.
From a practical standpoint, that will involve coaching, mentoring, WASH partners in Zimbabwe to be able to assess, design, implement WASH programmes in the country and helping them bridge the gap between their current programmes and the positive impact everyone aspires to. On a more strategic level, it will mean working closely with programme colleagues to develop good linkages and strategic plans related to Oxfam’s humanitarian, preparedness, recovery and developmental programme elements, and take part in the strategic reviews of the country strategy.
What we’re looking for To rise to this challenge, you’ll need experience leading large scale operational responses across a number of humanitarian contexts. In addition to, strong facilitation and capacity building skills, with experience in working with partners and WASH governmental institutions. Strong team leadership skills and the ability to motivate and facilitate the work of WASH team colleagues. Of essence is a clear understanding of gender issues in a humanitarian context. And because you’ll be dealing with a wide range of donors, Oxfam members and government officials – not to mention leading, motivating and supporting teams – your networking, influencing and people management skills must be second to none
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